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The HomeBuyer's Advocate

Real Estate Agents

About us

The ONLY ANGIE'S LIST SUPER SERVICE AWARD WINNERS for 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023! (Realtors) We are Central Ohio's LARGEST Buyer's Broker. Our job is to represent ONLY home BUYERS, never home sellers, 100% of the time. We will advocate for YOU, the buyer, and we will help you buy a home while protecting your interests. We will answer all of your questions and be on YOUR side throughout the entire process as the BUYER. We will help you with financing, counsel you on the home-buying process and point out the positives and the negatives of every home that you see. We will make sure you get the home that YOU want, and be by your side all along the way. WE WILL NOT PRESSURE YOU INTO MAKING A DECISION because all decisions made are made by you, our client. We work for you, and we won't try to "sell" you anything. We will show you homes that YOU want to see, not homes that we want you to see. We will tell you when it's time to walk away from a home that isn't right for you. We are the Home Buyer's TRUE Advocates and we promise to make your home-buying experience comfortable, enjoyable and hassle-free! Are you a BUYER? DON'T CONTACT A "REGULAR" AGENT, GET A BUYER'S BROKER! Contact us for a FREE consultation!

Business highlights

28 years of trusted experience
LGBTQ+ Friendly
Family Owned & Operated

Services we offer

We are Central Ohio's LARGEST Buyer's Broker. We Offer: buyer's agents, buyer consultation, real estate services, buyer's brokerage, new-home construction consulting and representation, financing consultation, consumer inquiries, real estate updates and statistics, real estate sales, true home buyer representation, real estate market consultation, consumer information, real estate related questions, home buyer classes, real estate agent referral data base, relocation buyers.

Services we don't offer

We do not list homes for sale or represent home sellers.

Photos of past projects

Reviews

5.0105 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
99%
4
1%
3
0%
2
0%
1
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Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Showing 101-105 of 105 reviews

Glenn T.
10/2022
5.0
real estate agents
  + -1 more
As expected without issue.
Description of Work: Purchase home

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

LOUISE G.
10/2019
5.0
real estate agents
  + -1 more
Great! Very pleased
Description of Work: Buyers rep on home purchase
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from The HomeBuyer's Advocate
Thank you for your support.

Christopher C.
10/2014
5.0
real estate agents
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: I used The Homebuyers Advocate to purchase a foreclosed condo. This was my first time purchasing any type of real estate and with Chris Mills leading the way it was a smooth process. In this particular deal I was able to pay cash for the condo, which in turn did make the process a lot easier; however, I still had questions and concerns that were answered promptly by Chris. There was never moment where I felt like I was in the dark about anything. Chris even arranged for a home inspector to come out on short notice. All in all it was a good experience and I will use them again in the future.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

JAMES MARTIN B.
01/2012
5.0
real estate agents
  + -1 more
Jim did an exceptional job in all respects. His communication was outstanding, he was extremely detail oriented and proactive in handling all of the issues that come up - from the writing of the contract to the final loan closing. That I chose him at random was a stroke of exceptional luck. I can't imagine finding a better buyer's agent than Jim Deskins.
Description of Work: I had already found the house I wanted to buy so the next step was to find a real estate agent. I did this online and requested the names of some buyer's agents in my area from The National Association of Exclusive Buyer Agents. I believe they sent me 3 names. I chose Jim Deskins, The Homebuyer's Advocate, at random.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Will & Kerry E.
12/2008
5.0
real estate agents
  + -1 more
Fantastic. We were coming from out of state; Jim was very accommodating to our fairly demanding schedule. He helped us do our homework on-line before we arrived to see houses...was a terrific advisor in terms of what we saw (and needed to watch out for) when we looked at the properties...a good negotiator & advisor on what to offer and why..and punctual, responsive, tech-savvy, patient and very helpful throughout the whole process. We knew he was exclusively on our side because he only represents buyers. I highly recommend Jim and his firm, Homebuyers' Advocate.
Description of Work: Jim was our agent & broker for the purchase of our first home here in Columbus. (He's an exclusive buyer's agent, which means he does not help people sell homes, only buy them -- which avoids an inherent conflict of interest that most of the real estate industry suffers from.)

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$7,500

Contact information

77 E Wilson Bridge Rd Suite 203, Columbus, OH 43085

http://www.Advocate4Buyers.com

Service hours

Monday:
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Licensing

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
BRKP.2004021978
Trade License Locale
OH
Trade License Authority
Ohio Department of Commerce - Division of Real Estate and Professional Licensing
Trade License Expiration
11/18/2025
State Contractor License Requirements

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*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Real Estate Agents

FAQ

The HomeBuyer's Advocate is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.

Monday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Thursday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

No, The HomeBuyer's Advocate does not offer free project estimates.
No, The HomeBuyer's Advocate does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, The HomeBuyer's Advocate does not offer a senior discount.
No, The HomeBuyer's Advocate does not offer emergency services.
No, The HomeBuyer's Advocate does not offer warranties.
The HomeBuyer's Advocate offers the following services: We are Central Ohio's LARGEST Buyer's Broker. We Offer: buyer's agents, buyer consultation, real estate services, buyer's brokerage, new-home construction consulting and representation, financing consultation, consumer inquiries, real estate updates and statistics, real estate sales, true home buyer representation, real estate market consultation, consumer information, real estate related questions, home buyer classes, real estate agent referral data base, relocation buyers.
We do not list homes for sale or represent home sellers.

Contact information

77 E Wilson Bridge Rd Suite 203, Columbus, OH 43085

http://www.Advocate4Buyers.com

Service hours

Monday:
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM